Truck Drivers’ Strike: Legitimate Demands in the Face of Denial and Stigmatization
The truck drivers' strike continues across the country, with many drivers participating in various states. This ongoing strike clearly demonstrates the depth of the crisis plaguing this vital sector and the growing frustration among drivers. The Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions has documented numerous testimonies from drivers who have unequivocally expressed their readiness to abandon the profession entirely and transition to other fields.
Louisa Hanoune on Trade Union Freedoms: Between Facts and Political Exploitation
The recent statements made by Louisa Hanoune, leader of the Algerian Workers' Party, have brought the issue of trade union freedoms back to the forefront of public debate. She based her remarks on shocking figures reflecting the extent of repression against workers and union members, particularly in the transport sector. However, the danger of these statements lies not only in their content but also in their blatant selectivity, their overt political manipulation, and their clear contradiction of the most basic principles […]